Month: August 2025

16-Year-Old Arrested for Fatal Shooting of Female Student in Pathum Thani

Pathum thani: A 16-year-old boy has been arrested for the shooting of a female student in Mathayom 3, who has died from her injuries. The incident took place in Soi Sakul Rattanakom, Lad Sawai Subdistrict, Lam Luk Ka District. Law enforcement officials from Khlong Luang Police Station responded to the

Land Encroachment Sparks Violent Clash in Thung Yai District

Thung yai: Violence caused by citizens encroaching on government land has become increasingly common recently. The latest incident occurred in Thung Yai District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, where dozens of people were injured in a brawl over land belonging to the Royal Forest Department. According to Thai News Agency, the

Precious Silks: 5 Queens of Lanna Sarongs

Chiang mai: The Lanna women’s sarong, a traditional dress with a history spanning hundreds of years, is crafted from intricately patterned handwoven fabric. As time has passed, the sarong has evolved into a silk garment of great value, becoming a rare and sought-after collectible, particularly the five queens of Lanna

From Trainee Goose to Chiang Mai Landmark

Chiang mai: There’s been a social media buzz recently about geese released into the city moat by the Chiang Mai Municipality to help feed on water hyacinths, drawing numerous visitors to take photos. However, some have questioned whether releasing geese actually helps treat water. According to Thai News Agency, the

Accelerate Assessment of Typhoon Kajiki and Enhance Preparedness Plans

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister Prasert ordered the National Water Resources and Environmental Protection Agency (NWR) to expedite the assessment of the impacts of Tropical Storm Kajiki and prepare a three-level response plan, as well as monitor major dams. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Economy and Society, Prasert Chantarawongthong,

Heavy Rainfall Alert in Thailand: Five Provinces Urged to Brace for Impact

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has reported heavy rain across Thailand and warned five provinces at risk of heavy rain. Be on the lookout for a tropical depression, which is expected to intensify into a tropical storm, affecting Thailand from August 24-27. According to Thai News Agency, the Meteorological Department has

Tropical Storm Kajiki Set to Impact Northern Vietnam and Thailand

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department announced this morning that a depression in the upper South China Sea has intensified into Tropical Storm Kajiki. It is expected to make landfall in northern Vietnam between August 25 and 26, impacting Thailand from tomorrow (August 24). According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Somkuan Tonjan,

Pornsinee Siripermpool of MCOT Honored with Outstanding Journalist Award

Bangkok: “Pornsinee Siripermpool,” a reporter for MCOT’s Thai News Agency, was recently honored with the Outstanding Journalist Award during the 2025 Annual General Meeting of the Provincial Newspaper Association of Thailand. The event, presided over by Mr. Wan Muhammad Noor Matha, President of the National Assembly and Speaker of the